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February 22, 2024 309: Corporate America, China stimulus and cricket – Market Talk
Given a slew of decent corporate results, is the US economy running too hot? Why are investors shrugging their shoulders over the most recent bout of China stimulus? And what country excels not only at cricket but is also adept at producing strong growth? Ben Bennett, Investment Strategist, APAC explains all.
This podcast is hosted by Frances Watson, Content Manager and was recorded before the release of the Nvidia results.
All data sourced from Eikon as at 20 February 2024.
For professional investors only. Capital at risk.
20 min
February 15, 2024 308: Fixed income in focus: technicals versus fundamentals
In the first of our new series of active fixed income podcasts, we talk to Mat Rees, Head of Global Bond Strategies, about the macro events shaping fixed income, deflation in China and European growth divergence. Mat also outlines the importance of bottom-up research in light of the current environment where technical, not fundamental factors, prevail.
This podcast is hosted by Frances Watson, Content Manager and was recorded shortly after the release of the US CPI print.
Source for issuance figures: RBC as at 31 January 2024.
For professional investors only. Capital at risk.
22 min
February 08, 2024 307: The what, why and how of commodities – LGIM explains
What are broad commodities? Why might an investor want to gain exposure to them as part of a diversified portfolio? And how does the use of futures contracts influence potential returns?

Michael Stewart, LGIM’s Head of Pooled Index Strategy, offers a straightforward introduction to the much misunderstood ‘third asset class’.

This podcast is hosted by Harry Brooks, Content Manager.

All data is sourced from Eikon as at 5 February 2024 unless otherwise stated.

For professional investors only. Capital at risk.
18 min
February 01, 2024 306: Lunar New Year – Market Talk special
With many countries about to celebrate the Year of the Dragon, Ben Bennett explains why animal spirits have yet to ignite China’s stock market. He also examines the extent of the stimulus measures taken thus far, and gives his thoughts about why this year could be a favourable one in relation to China’s dwindling population. He also gives his usual take on US and UK central bank actions, and explains why the European Central Bank is under pressure to cut rates sooner rather than later.

This podcast is hosted by Frances Watson, Content Manager.

All data is sourced from Eikon as at 30 January 2024 unless otherwise stated.

For professional investors only. Capital at risk.

24 min
January 25, 2024 305: In conversation with Rhodri Mason
In any company, the role of Chief of Staff is an integral part of its daily dealings, although the duties themselves can often be more supportive of others and behind the scenes. In this full and frank interview with LGIM Talks, Rhodri Mason describes how he brings together the many teams within LGIM. He also expands on his involvement with his favourite charity, and reveals how he manages to wind down at weekends.

This podcast is hosted by Frances Watson, Content Manager.

For professional investors only. Capital at risk.

20 min
January 18, 2024304: Macroeconomics, solutions and asset allocation – the CIO call
In this podcast, Sonja Laud, LGIM’s CIO, is joined by Guy Whitby-Smith, Head ofSolutions, and John Roe, Head of Multi-Asset Funds, who share their insights and analysis, including key market trends for the coming year. In particular, the speakers discuss:
The outlook for both the global and UK economies, including our assessment of potential paths for UK growth, rates and inflation
The implications for UK schemes, in particular what this could mean for liability-driven investment approaches in light of today’s higher funding levels
Asset allocation considerations given the continued need for all pension schemes to pay pensions as they progress along the journey towards endgame
This podcast is hosted by Anthony Penson, Institutional Content Manager.
For professional investors only. Capital at risk.
24 min
January 12, 2024 303: Charting real assets in 2024 and beyond
After a dramatic 2023, what could 2024 hold for investors in real assets?
And what are the key megatrends that will determine performance, both for this year and the rest of the decade?
Rob Martin, LGIM’s Global Head of Investment Strategy and Research for Real Assets, and Lushan Sun, Private Credit Research Manager, break down how the Christmas market rally has changed the outlook for 2024 – and the four key themes they see as defining the winning portfolios of 2030.
This podcast is moderated by Andrew Lowry, European Content Manager.
For professional investors only. Capital at risk.
All data is sourced from Bloomberg as at 31 December 2023 unless otherwise stated.
25 min
January 04, 2024 302: Rallies, Red Sea disruption and Taiwanese elections – Market Talk
In this first episode of Market Talk for 2024, Ben Bennett examines the extent to which bonds and equities rallied following December’s Fed pivot. He also explains why Chinese equities failed to participate in the rally, looks at the state of polling in Taiwan, and wonders if the global economy will face new supply chain challenges given the current disruption in the Suez Canal?
This podcast is hosted by Frances Watson, Content Manager.
All data is sourced from Eikon and Barclays from 31 October to 31 December 2023.
For professional investors only. Capital at risk.

22 min
December 18, 2023 301: Active Fixed Income outlook: 2024
Bond investors have enjoyed a strong rally over the last two months. But, as we approach 2024, will the optimism for fixed income investments continue? Will 2024 be another year of heightened volatility for the bond investor? And what left-field market moving events could be in store? Join Colin Reedie, Head of Active Strategies, for his latest thoughts.

This podcast is hosted by Frances Watson, Content Manager and was recorded the day after Jay Powell’s dovish pivot.

All data sourced from Bloomberg as at 14 December 2023 unless otherwise stated.

For professional investors only. Capital at risk.

22 min
December 14, 2023300: How we’re preparing for 2024 – the CIO call
In our last CIO call of 2023, we discuss what we’ve learnt from yet another extraordinary year for investors – and how we’re positioning into 2024.
During the episode, Sonja Laud, LGIM’s CIO, is joined by Howie Li, Global Head of Index & ETFs; Will Riley, Head of Solutions; and Chris Jeffery, Head of Rates & Inflation Strategy. The speakers discuss:
The most potent insights from our 2024 CIO outlook
Where we see the biggest potential risks and opportunities for markets next year
The long-term investment themes we’re most excited about
What’s top of mind for defined benefit pension schemes
How we’re planning on navigating political, and geopolitical, risk in 2024
The podcast was recorded on 13 December and is moderated by Max Julius, Head of Content.
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35 min

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